Sugarloaf 2030: The Road Map Continues
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Mar 6
A Walk in The Woods: Snowshoeing at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center
"I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees." –Henry David Thoreau -
Mar 2
Nightlife Guide for the Month of March
Nothing goes better together than powder days and rowdy après, which is why we’ve created the ultimate nightlife guide for those spending their evenings slopeside this month. -
Feb 28
Best Breakfast Stops En Route to Sugarloaf
There’s little else than can compare to the feeling of driving to Sugarloaf to ski or ride first-thing in the morning, and with all that anticipation comes an appetite. -
Feb 20
A Day in the Life of A Groomer
Cord credit goes to our tireless team of Sugarloaf groomers, and today, we’ll be bringing you a behind-the-scenes look at a day on-the-job. -
Feb 17
February Vacation Week Activity Guide
We’ll be starting a weeks’ worth of fun vacation festivities on Saturday, February 19. -
Feb 13
Flying with Maine Drone Imaging
Introducing Samuel “Sam” Trafton to the Official Sugarloaf Blog—though you may know him better as the man behind the brand Maine Drone Imaging. -
Feb 11
Bullwinkle’s or Bust: Après at A Different Altitude
Bullwinkle’s Bistro is the resort’s signature on-mountain restaurant, providing ski in/ski out convenience paired with the authentic character and comfort of an alpine lodge. -
Feb 9
Pick Your Park
Develop your freestyle skills with the challenging and fun features in any of Sugarloaf’s 5 terrain parks. -
Feb 5
Get to Know Gouda Boys
John Picurro describes his food truck, Gouda Boys, as “mac’n’cheese mayhem with a BBQ addiction.” -
Feb 3
It's No Blizzard, But This Storm Will Be Better for The Loaf
NEWs Center Maine's resident weather czar Keith Carson offers insight on tonight/tomorrow's storm, which should deliver 8-14” of snow to our slopes. -
Jan 28
A Late Shift Saves the Loaf
News Center Maine's Keith Carson dishes all the details about this weekend's storm. -
Jan 20
Mas to the Mountain
Mas Amigos Grille, the second restaurant from our friends at Uno Mas in Farmington, is bringing Mexican-style fare to the mountains of Western Maine at their new location in Village West! -
Jan 17
First-Timer's Guide to Hitting the Slopes At Sugarloaf
Here’s everything you need to know about our mountain resort, and your time on snow, before you go. -
Jan 14
The Après A, B, Cs
Après is a time-honored tradition; that's why our motto is, "When the lifts stop spinning, the party is just beginning." Here's everything you need to know about the après-ski scene at Sugarloaf. -
Jan 13
I'm So Excited, and I Just Can't Hide It
There's a storm brewing for MLK Day, and News Center Maine's Keith Carson has the scoop. -
Jan 10
Behind-the-Scenes: "I AM A Snowmaker"
Ski Area Management, or SAM, kicked off their seventh annual “I AM A Snowmaker” contest this season. -
Dec 26, 2021
Dishing on The Ugly Dumpling
This new addition to the Sugarloaf dining scene has set up shop on The Landing, serving fresh and wholesome foods that will warm your body and soul. -
Dec 21, 2021
Holiday Cheese & Wine Pairings with Alice & Lulu’s
Whether it’s a cozy night by the fire in your favorite footie pajamas or your office’s ugly sweater contest, a cheese plate with wine makes for effortless entertaining. -
Dec 18, 2021
Reviewing the Widowmaker
Located at the top of the Base Lodge, the Widowmaker is a highlight of the mountain’s dining scene, featuring a full bar with 20 beers on tap plus an all-new menu of updated après classics. -
Dec 17, 2021
Merry Christmas, Ya Filthy Animals
Most Loafers love snow all the time (well, at least from November through May), but as Christmas approaches, snow enjoys a skyrocketing approval rating…even along the coast. -
Dec 15, 2021
A Day in the Life of A Snowmaker
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a Sugarloaf snowmaker? -
Dec 9, 2021
Winter Starts Now
Warren Miller Entertainment’s 72nd annual film, “Winter Starts Now,” pays homage to the best snow riding from Montana to Maine, including a segment on Sugarloaf. -
Dec 5, 2021
Sweet Dreams Are Made of This: Eighty 8 Donut Cafe
Content warning: You're going to be craving Eighty 8 after reading this post. -
Dec 2, 2021
3 Storms. 1 Week.
Next week will be big–one way or another. News Center Maine's Keith Carson has all the deets. -
Nov 28, 2021
A Day in the Life of A Snow Reporter
Snow Reporting at Sugarloaf is a one-of-a-kind position at a one-of-a-kind place. -
Nov 23, 2021
Cyber Sale Shopping and Savings Deal Guide
'Tis the season to be saving! Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-ollow this guide to make the most of our Cyber Sale, happening through November 30. -
Nov 19, 2021
3 Options for Thanksgiving Dinner at Sugarloaf
Happy Thanksgiving, Sugarloafers! Celebrate Turkey Day the Sugarloaf way with 45 North, Alice & Lulu’s Mountainside, or Shipyard Brew Haus. -
Nov 15, 2021
What Our Friends from the North Can Expect Coming to Sugarloaf This Season
Here’s all the information our friends from the North need to know before coming to the Loaf this season. -
Nov 10, 2021
Off-Season Update
Since our last “Road to Winter” report, ski season is closer than ever, and the Sugarloaf staff have been hard at work getting the mountain in shape for winter; from mountain biking to snow making, here’s what’s been happening at the Loaf in the off-season. -
Nov 5, 2021
New Wintersteiger Jupiter Tuning Device at Downhill Supply Co.
Get your gear winter-ready with the new king of automated ski tuning at Downhill Supply Company! -
Oct 1, 2021
Scenic Lift Rides
Leaf peepers rejoice: get the best views in the valley without even breaking a sweat. -
Sep 25, 2021
Date Night Done Right
Sugarloaf is a great place to spend time with those near and dear. -
Sep 23, 2021
Behind-the-Scenes at the Eastern States Cup
Hundreds of mountain bikers gathered on the slopes of Sugarloaf for a weekend of downhill mountain biking in the Eastern States Cup Box Showdown. -
Sep 18, 2021
10 Most Instagrammable Places Off the Access Road
After much debate and deliberation, we’ve selected the top 10 most like-worthy photos to take off the Access Road. -
Aug 30, 2021
Eateries Either Side of the Access Road
Life is full of little choices—perhaps the most difficult of which can come down to where to turn at the end of the Access Road when you're hungry. -
Aug 30, 2021
Behind the Scenes: Volunteering at AJGA
Volunteering is a large component of all American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) events—the Coca-Cola Junior Championship at Sugarloaf included. -
Aug 12, 2021
Narrow Gauge: A Rec Mecca
Whatever the reason, whatever the season, if you’re seeking some quality time outside in Carrabassett Valley, look no further than the Narrow Gauge Pathway! -
Aug 10, 2021
Zipline Tours: Taking Mountain Adventure to New Heights
Take your mountain adventures to new heights with a zipline tour through the Outpost Adventure Center. -
Aug 8, 2021
All-New Onewheel Demos
New to the summer scene: Onewheels, providing a self-balancing, self-propelled, action-packed and adrenaline-inducing experience. -
Jul 28, 2021
The Road to Winter: Maintaining Sugarloaf in Summer
While it’s still summer here in the mountains, thoughts of winter are never far from mind. -
Jul 23, 2021
Gabrielle’s Guide to Sugarloaf’s Summer Après Series
What’s summer without a little live outdoor music and a frosty Maine microbrew? -
Jul 15, 2021
Sippin’ on Summer at Strokes Bar and Grille
There's no better place in the Valley to enjoy a beverage this summer than the scenic Strokes patio. -
Jul 8, 2021
Vamoose Your Caboose to This Outpost-Operated Moose Cruise
Join Gabrielle Martin on this Outpost-operated adventure excursion, led by one of the mountain's local moose experts. -
Jul 6, 2021
Watersports Rentals from the Outpost Adventure Center
Summer adventures await with a water sports rental from the Outdoor Center! -
Jul 3, 2021
Burnt Mountain Trail: Scorcher of a Summer Hike
This challenging trek promises the reward of spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. -
Jun 29, 2021
The One Where Indiana Jones Teaches Me To Golf
No, not that Indiana Jones – Sugarloaf Golf Club’s Assistant Golf Pro Indiana Jones gives Gabrielle Martin a half-hour private lesson, beginning with the basics. -
Jun 29, 2021
Just Tossing it Out There: Sugarloaf Disc Golf Course
Designed with beginner and well-seasoned disc golfers alike in mind, this course is a prime-time disc golf destination offering affordable outdoor fun. -
Jun 23, 2021
First-Timer's Guide to the Bag Burger
The Bag & Kettle's Bag Burger has amassed a cult-like following, even winning awards for its excellence–like being crowned New England Ski Resort’s best burger; I had to see for myself what all the fuss was about. -
Jun 19, 2021
Swap Leg Day for This Sugarloaf Hike
Join Gabrielle Martin and her dog Amos on a scenic summer hike at the third highest peak in Maine; to follow in their footsteps, take this Outpost-recommended route, which climbs over 2,500 vertical feet. -
Jun 13, 2021
Brunch Better at 45 North
Nothing shakes a case of the Sunday Scaries quite like brunch; that’s why, this weekend, you should start your day the Sugarloaf way by brunching at 45 North! -
Jun 9, 2021
Good Vibes and Bike Rides
Mountain biking has become a staple of Sugarloaf’s summer scene; join Gabrielle Martin for a morning of mountain biking at the Outdoor Center, with a little help from Allspeed Carrabassett. -
Jun 7, 2021
West Mountain Falls Scenic Hike and Swimming Hole
Warm weather is a sure sign that summer is, at long last, upon us. Beat the heat with a scenic hike and refreshing dip in West Mountain Falls. -
Feb 24, 2021
When Your Car is Your Base Lodge...
Here's how to make the most of your post-ski parking lot tailgate sesh. -
Jan 16, 2021
Behind the Bar at The Widowmaker: An Elevated Apres Experience
Go behind the bar at one of the Loaf’s most iconic après hot spots. -
Dec 12, 2020
Behind the Bar at 45 North: Taking Hospitality to New Heights
Craving creature comforts? Look no further than 45 North.